V-Series Dobby Loom User’s Manual
Weaving Instructions
Warping The Plain Beam
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The Raddle Cross (warp threads are tied in groups, depending on
how many ends will be put in each section of the raddle).
Securing The Crosses
Before removing the warp from the board or the reel, secure the crosses.
Use four ties to secure each cross, in addition to the tie at the cross axis.
These ties go on each side of both pegs holding the cross.
It is usually a good idea to use different color threads for the ties on the tops
of the pegs and another color to tie the bows underneath the pegs. By color-
coding your ties, you are less likely to twist the warp later.
Removing The Warp From The Warping Board
Remove the warp from the warping board by chaining or by winding on the
kitestick. Start from the Threading Cross and proceed to the Raddle Cross.
Since the capacity of the warping board is limited, for wide warps you will
end up making a number of mini-warps and taking them off individually.
Adjusting The Tension
Before winding on the warp, check the tension device to make sure the rope
is wrapped three times around the tension drum and that the rope end is
clipped to the spring, which is held by the Hook Bolt. Test that you are able
to turn the Beam in a clockwise direction. If this proves difficult, you can let
some length out of the nylon cord by pressing on the toggle button and
moving the toggle up and down on the cord. This will allow you to turn the
beam backwards during winding and the Beam will be stabilized when at
rest. Don’t forget to retighten the cord when you are ready to thread the
heddles!
Attaching The Raddle
Secure the Raddle to the back of the loom. If you have an AVL Raddle,
simply slip the mounting rods into the set of holes in the back of the rear
vertical members.
Winding The Apron
Note:
The top beam of your loom should be placed with the handle at the left side.
The bottom beam of your loom should be placed with the handle at the right
